I’m feeling suicidal, but I have no one to talk to. I can’t call any hotlines or anything like that because of my severe social phobia and there doesn’t seem to be anywhere I can chat to someone. Where can I get some help and feel safe doing this?

If you lack the courage to reach out, that is completely okay. The courage will come with time. Journaling your thoughts and feelings, as well as reading books from authors who have endured similar hardships as you, can prepare you to build up the bravery to reach out. You can do this!

there are texting hotlines, if that helps. sorry i can't be of more assistance.

There are people on here who can help you. There is always hope. With every storm that you go through in life, there is always light around the dark clouds, I promise you. I've been there, too.

Depending on where you live, you can always try a Text Line Service where you wouldn’t have to talk over the phone, you can just text in and you’ll “chat” with someone via phone texts. You can also try to get into contact with an online counsellor/therapist who takes special requests to talk online or even over skype via chatting, so again no phone calls necessary, just typing online (similar to 7cups, if that makes sense). Sometimes, some mental health websites offer specific online courses to people struggling with thoughts of suicide & depression, some of these are free, and they might even refer you to a therapist after completing the course if you want one (again, done via chatting/texting). There’s a lot of options out there, but these are the ones I can think of at the top of my head.

I'm sorry to know this. When you're feeling suicidal and you need serious help, there are very few people who're genuinely willing to help. I've been there when I was actively suicidal and attempted suicide three times. When I lost hope and was trying to do it the fourth time, I decided to seek help from a suicide hotline, but in reality, most of them either aren't working or even if they do pick up, they don't help. I won't tell you bluntly to go to a doctor, though I would personally recommend it, find any reason, could be anything, even the smallest that keeps you going. You like sunshine? Nature? Anything? Divert your mind for a moment from your thoughts, if that's possible, to the sound of your breathing, towards the sound of your heartbeat, it'll make you feel peaceful. Focus on your breath when it comes in, feel it in your throat or wherever you feel it, it's going out. It'll take time, in the end you will feel proud of yourself that you made through it. If I can, so can you ❤

If you go to school there will probably be a guidance counsellor or someone to talk to. I would say step away from the screens for a while. Try to stop overthinking by bringing your focus back to your body by stretching, moving your legs and arms. Trust me it works! Remember it is only temporary and life will get better! Find things you enjoy- reading, meditating, going for walks. Don't procrastinate and please try it. Be in tune with your spirituality. Please try to smile at people as you go past and maybe join a club. Join in with conversations if this is easier than starting conversations or say a statement like, "Oh I like this..." and complement them or "I'm so tired". It's literally three words but a great conversation starter. :)

One great resource is the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline which has a text feature. They have therapists working 24/7 to help people feel suicidal. Another resource that you might find useful is the Crisis Text Line which you can contact by typing "Hello" to 741741 which is more readily accessible. https://www.imalive.org/ is another resource with trained volunteers that will provide you support through text when you feel suicidal. I would highly recommend contacting these resources especially the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline because they will not only offer you support but may also help you get in touch with more helpful resources online and near your local area.